
Cultural Educator
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Posted 15 days ago
This is an Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977
About JCTS
Joint Colleges Training Services Pty Ltd (JCTS) is a joint venture between the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). JCTS facilitates shared GP training activities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health initiatives, cultural education, mentorship, and registrar housing in remote communities.
About the opportunity
Reporting to our Regional Manager, Northern Territory, you’ll work in partnership with Medical Educators of a local GP Training region to assist with developing and delivering Cultural Awareness Training to registrars, supervisors and practice team members. Key to your success will be your ability to collaborate with and develop strong working relationships with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health program team and the community.
As one of our Cultural Educators, you’ll also:
- build strong working relationships and negotiate with key stakeholders to ensure region-wide support.
- lead the design and delivery of Cultural Awareness, Safety Training projects and Workshops.
- represent JCTS in relevant stakeholder committees, forums, and meetings, actively participating in discussions.
- support GP Registrars’ training in Aboriginal Medical Services, offering education, mentoring, and feedback during clinical visits.
Skills and Experience
- Strong personal responsibility, grounded cultural identity, and excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
- In-depth knowledge of regional community, traditional customs, and contemporary practices, including men’s business.
- Ability to engage and educate diverse audiences with sensitivity, empathy, and respect for cultural differences.
- Experience in designing and delivering Cultural Awareness and Safety Training, including developing presentations and small group discussions.
How To Apply?
Click the ‘Apply’ button and submit your CV and cover letter as one document.
Please visit our careers page for details on our recruitment process and position descriptions.
Applications will be reviewed as received, and the process may conclude before the closing date.
Candidates interested in the role may also contact Peter Thomsen on [email protected] more information in advance of lodging their application.
Applications Close: 11:59PM Thursday July 10, 2025
We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. If you need support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please mention it in your application.
The RACGP acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways in which we work and live. We recognise their continuing connection to land, water and culture, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.
Recruitment Services for JCTS are provided by RACGP on behalf of both Colleges.
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About The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is Australia’s largest professional general practice organisation and represents urban and rural general practitioners. We represent more than 30,000 members working in or towards a career in general practice.
The RACGP's mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of all people in Australia by supporting GPs, general practice registrars and medical students through its principal activities of education, training and research and by assessing doctors' skills and knowledge, supplying ongoing professional development activities, developing resources and guidelines, helping GPs with issues that affect their practice, and developing standards that general practices use to ensure high quality healthcare.
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